Executive Director, Destination Marketing & Management

About the Company

Well-established tourism association

Industry Hospitality

Type Non Profit

Founded 1988

Employees 11-50

Specialties

destination promotion and membership organization

About the Role

The Company is in search of an Executive Director for Destination Marketing and Management. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in destination marketing, economic development, or related sectors, with a strong emphasis on leadership, team management, budget oversight, and stakeholder engagement. This role demands an individual with exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, capable of inspiring confidence and trust. A background in tourism, hospitality, or event management is essential, as is a creative and collaborative approach to leadership, particularly in the areas of growth, stewardship, and community impact.

Key responsibilities for the Executive Director include advancing the mission of sustainable tourism and destination stewardship, serving as the organization's representative at various levels, and overseeing all operational, team, and financial aspects with an entrepreneurial mindset. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a passion for people and place, ready to lead one of the nation's most distinctive destinations. They will be tasked with designing and delivering marketing and growth strategies, as well as championing innovative approaches to visitor management and destination sustainability. The role is not just about leadership; it's about making a lasting impact and protecting the unique qualities that define the region.

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

Marketing Non-Profit Management